Arranging the Learning Environment
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The document discusses strategies for creating a positive learning environment in the classroom. It emphasizes arranging the physical space to support teaching and learning goals, establishing clear expectations and routines to minimize disruptions, and engaging students through varied activities with brief transitions in between. Successful classroom management requires planning lessons, communicating effectively with students, and setting an appropriate tone from the first day of class.
Arranging the Learning Environment
- 1. ARRANGING THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT FOR STUDENT SUCCESS The Academy of the Arts at Henry Snyder High School Presented by: Diane Torman SIG Supervisor, Curriculum & Instruction/Professional Development
- 2. The Learning Environment Goals: Examine how classroom environments affect learning. Think about suggestions for improving the environment. Create a checklist for ensuring a positive environment .
- 3. What the Research says… Research has shown that the physical arrangement of the classroom affects both student and teacher behaviors (Savage, 1999; Stewart & Evans, 1997; Weinstein, 1992) improves student academic and behavioral outcomes (MacAulay, 1990; Walker, Colvin, & Ramsey, 1995; Walker & Walker, 1991). symbolizes what teachers value in behavior and learning triggers fewer behavior problems establishes a climate conducive to learning
- 4. Factors that Support Teaching/Learning
- 5. Classroom Management Classroom management is the process of establishing and maintaining an effective learning environment. Successful teachers place more emphasis on classroom management than on their roles as authority figures or disciplinarians.
- 6. What is Classroom Management It’s effective discipline It’s being prepared for class It’s motivating your students It’s providing a safe, comfortable learning environment It’s building your students’ self esteem It’s being creative and imaginative in daily lessons
- 7. What is Classroom Management And . . . . . It’s different for EVERYONE!! WHY? Teaching Styles Personality/Attitudes Student population Not all management strategies are effective for every teacher Try different strategies to see if they work for you
- 8. Why is Classroom Management Important? Satisfaction and enjoyment in teaching are dependent upon leading students to cooperate Classroom management issues are of highest concern for beginning teachers
- 9. Principles for successful classroom management Deal with disruptive behaviors but also manage to minimize off-task, non-disruptive behaviors Teach students to manage their own behavior Students learn to be on-task and engaged in the learning activities you have planned for them It is more natural to be off-task than on
- 10. Techniques for Better Classroom Control Over plan your lessons to ensure you fill the period with learning activities Come to class prepared Show confidence in your teaching Learn student names as quickly as possible
- 11. Keys to Good Classroom Management Make classroom arrangement consistent with one's teaching philosophy. Keep high-traffic areas free from congestion. Ensure that students can be seen easily by the teacher. Keep frequently used materials and student supplies readily accessible. Be certain students can easily see whole-class presentations and displays.
- 12. Student Engagement Student engagement and on-task behaviors are dependent on how smoothly and efficiently teachers move from one learning activity to another The Goal: Increase the variety of learning activities but decrease transition time .
- 13. Student Engagement Allocated time: the time periods you intend for your students to be engaged in learning activities Transition time: time periods that exist between times allocated for learning activities Examples Getting students assembled and attentive Assigning reading and directing to begin Getting students’ attention away from reading and preparing for class discussion
- 14. Physical Environment Arranging a positive learning environment should: Meet the needs of the students Meet the philosophy of the teacher Address the content area of the classroom Take into account the age and the developmental needs of the students Foster collaborative relationships Address the academic and emotional needs of students Set the tone for social interactions Establish administrative philosophies
- 15. Planning & Conducting Classroom Instruction Planning classroom activities: types Openers to transition into the classroom (Do Now’s) and Closers Checking work: must teach appropriate procedures Discussion: encourage evaluation, awareness of other points of view, sharing of opinions; requires planning prompting questions and management of activity. Small-group work: lab work, promote greater comprehension, cooperative learning, reciprocal teaching
- 16. Setting the Tone Cooperation through Communication Verbalize descriptions of behaviors and never value judgments about individuals Verbalize feelings but remain in control DO NOT USE SARCASM Do not place labels (good or bad) Do not get students hooked on praise Praise the work and behavior – not the students themselves
- 17. Classroom Environment Take advantage of the first days of class. It is much easier to establish this environment from the beginning rather than late. Establish an environment in which achieving specified learning goals takes priority over other concerns Be particularly prepared and organized Minimize transition time Utilize a communication style that promotes a non-threatening, comfortable environment Clearly establish expectations for conduct
- 18. ClassroomEnvironment Print Rich Environment Current student work Teacher created anchor charts (from mini lessons) Poster identifying the unit theme Essential Questions Core novel character and summary charts Various rubrics (reading, writing, math. Social studies, projects)
- 19. Classroom Libraries Well stocked and neatly organized Multiple reading levels indicated Easily accessible for students to borrow with lending system established Variety of genres
- 22. Classroom Management Classroom Management of Language Arts Class Daily schedule of literacy block Rules posted Homework assignments and deadlines posted daily Task board for organization of hubs Lesson objective clearly posted and/or stated
- 23. Writing Process
- 24. Word Word Walls WALLS Reflects ongoing instruction Varied word walls (including all content areas) Display is easily read by students Interactive for students to gain meaning
- 25. Content Area Word Walls
- 26. Think Pair Share What is your favorite classroom management tip ?
Editor's Notes
- #4: One way to improve the learning environment and prevent behaviors before they occur is by arranging the physical environment of the classroom.
- #12: Remembering these five classroom management ideas helps prevent disruptive students and creates a positive environment for learning.
- #20: The classroom library is set. The books are grouped by genre or author. The baskets are labeled. There are comfy cushions for the kids to sit on while reading. So what is next? The teacher must introduce the classroom library, teach procedures, and allow the students to spend time in the library
- #26: Create charts with class for whatever unit you’re working on in all of the content areas